1969 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Convertible - Super Cobra Jet
VIN - 9F03R480859
extremely rare 428scj/drag pack convertible
matching numbers drivetrain
1 of 1 shelby with these select options
extremely low mileage - documented 14,121 miles - possibly the lowest scj shelby convertible in existence
For sale here at Nate’s Classic Cars is an ultra rare 1969 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Cobra Jet / Drag Pack Convertible. In 1969 Shelby underwent significant changes in styling giving 69/70 Shelbys one of the most unique and finest looks for the muscle car era. Ford was out not only to deliver the powerful race car the Shelby name was known for but also to deliver it with luxury and comfort consumers of the time wanted. The 1969/1970 Shelbys are the most unique of the time being the only cars to receive a complete fiberglass front end, deck lid, tail panel, and end caps which were assemble at Ford’s A.O Smith Plant after these cars left Ford Dearborn. Under the hood Ford continued with the powerful 428 Cobra Jet and Super Cobra Jet engines capable of producing over 335 horsepower and running under 14 second 1/4 miles, making these 69/70 Shelbys the ultimate pony car.
Today Cobra Jet Convertibles have recently had a immense surge in interest and are becoming one of the most sought after muscle cars by high end collectors. Super Cobra Jet Convertibles are the other hand, seldom ever trade hands due to the rarity and collectability of them. This particular example (9F03R480859) is one of those rare Super Cobra Jet examples. The SCJ/Drag Pack option has several unique differences including: externally balanced 428 Super Cobra Jet Engine, unique crankshaft, counterweight damper, LeMans rods, pistons, flexplate, V Code 3.91 gears Traction-Lok nodular rear end, and comes with the addition of an oil cooler. 9F03R480859 is 1 of only 22 Shelby Drag Pack Convertibles produced in 1969, making this one of the most desirable and rarest Shelbys on the market today.
This particular 1969 Shelby Convertible was built on February 12, 1969 and was ordered loaded down with 15 options: White Power Top With Glass Backlite, GT Equipment Group, Automatic Transmission, 428SCJ Engine- Drag Pack, 3.91 Traction Loc Differential, Visibility Group, Goodyear Brand Name Tires, Power Front Disc Brakes, Power Steering, Interior Decor Group-Deluxe, AM/8-Track Stereo Radio, Tinted Glass - Complete, Deluxe Seat Belts and Warning Light, Color Keyed Racing Mirrors, Tachometer and Trip Odometer. It was built with the very rare Black Jade Paint with Black interior and White Top which shows very well following one repaint. The GT500 Drag Pack convertible is documented one of one with the following paint/trim codes and select options.
The 2 owner SCJ Convertible comes with only 14,121 documented miles. One of the lowest, if not the lowest, mileage SCJ Shelby Convertibles known to exist. Comes with complete documented numbers matching drivetrain including all engine components, transmission, and rear end. The Shelby contains all original fiberglass, aprons, shock towers with VIN stampings, floor pans, quarter panels, Carlite glass, and tags. Interior comes with all original components to this very car including the original steering wheel wrap, a very rare and hard to find piece. The GT500 comes completely detailed as delivered with all complete inspection stickers, color codes, and grease pencil markings. Also 9F03R480859 comes complete with all original glove box paperwork, Marti Report, and much more documentation.
This SCJ Shelby will comes with all documentation showing all of the original components on the car. This is an extremely rare opportunity to jump on one of the coveted, rarest cars built in the muscle car era. This SCJ with Competition Suspension Shelby Convertible will be the ultimate edition to any collection and is sure to shine in an any crowd. I am always happy set up inspections and provide more information as needed. Feel free to contact me personally with questions or for more information.
